Hatchery Choice Layer

Main Use: Egg Production

Egg Production: Very Good

Egg Color: Olive Green

The Olive Egger is not a purebred chicken breed but rather the result of intentional crossbreeding. Typically, they are created by crossing a chicken that lays dark-brown eggs with one that lays true-blue eggs. This combination usually produces stunning, olive-colored eggs in the first generation. While the initial eggs may be small, they gradually increase in size to reach medium or large

Olive Egger

Main Use: Egg Production/Meat Production

Egg Production: Good

Egg Color: Brown

As the foundational variety for all other Wyandottes, the Black Laced Silver Wyandotte holds a special place in poultry history. Known for their striking appearance, these chickens feature clean legs, shimmering silvery-white feathers edged in black, and a sleek black tail, as well as a bright red rose comb, earlobes, and wattles.

They also possess a calm and friendly temperament. The hens are excellent mothers and occasionally go broody, making them ideal for small-scale breeding. Whether kept in confinement or allowed to free-range, they adapt well.

Black Laced Silver Wyandotte

Black Copper Maran

Main Use: Egg Production/Meat Production

Egg Production: Good

Egg Color: Brown

Buff Orpington chickens, originally from England, are known for their striking golden appearance. These large, elegant birds have a calm and gentle temperament, making them a favorite among poultry enthusiasts. 

Buff Orpingtons excel in both egg and meat production. Despite their substantial size, the hens typically lay medium-sized eggs. However, they’re nurturing mothers, making them an excellent choice for raising baby chicks

Buff Orpington

Main Use: Egg Production

Egg Production: Excellent

Egg Color: Various

The “Easter Egg” chicken originated in Chile and was first discovered by the Araucana Indians. Easter Eggers are particularly unique because of the variety in both their feather patterns and the eggs they lay. Hens produce eggs in a stunning range of colors, including pale blue, dark blue, various shades of green, and even light brown or pink hues. 

While they are primarily known for their egg-laying abilities, Easter Eggers can also serve as meat birds, with meat often compared in flavor to quail. These versatile chickens are well-suited for many different environments, including backyard setups, chicken coops, larger poultry houses, and free-range systems.

Easter Egger

Hatchery Choice Duck

Lavender Orpington

Main Use: Egg Production/Meat Production

Egg Production: Very Good

Egg Color: Brown

The Cinnamon Queen is a modern hybrid breed. Known for their rapid growth and early maturity, these birds begin laying eggs at a younger age than most standard heritage breeds. They consistently produce large to extra-large eggs.

A unique feature of this breed is the ability to determine the sex of chicks by their color at hatching. Pullet chicks (females) are a reddish-brown hue, while cockerel chicks (males) are white. As adults, the hens showcase a mix of feather colors, ranging from brownish tones to pure white, while roosters display a spectrum of coloring from solid white to white with barred red shoulder feathers. 

Cinnamon Queen

Low Production- Silkies are not the best egg producers compared to other chicken breeds. A Silkie hen will only lay around 100-120 eggs a year and her desire to go broody can also interrupt her laying. 

Friendly & Docile- Silkie chickens are a friendly and docile breed, and they are not considered aggressive or flighty. In fact, they are usually poor flyers because of their fur-like feathers.   

Kid Friendly- Silkie chickens are a great breed choice for kids. Since they are so calm and tolerant, they are easy for kids to catch and hold without distressing the animal.  Their small size makes them easier for small children to handle, and they have an almost “stuffed animal” appearance that doesn’t intimidate kids

Silkie Special (NS)

Main Use: Egg Production/Meat Production

Egg Production: Very Good

Egg Color: Brown

The Barred Plymouth Rock, or simply “Barred Rock,” stands out as an exceptional brown egg layer throughout both winter and summer. These chickens are ideal for backyard flocks. They’re prized for their reliable egg production and friendly temperament. 

Barred Plymouth Rock

Main Use: Egg Production/Meat Production

Egg Production: Excellent

Egg Color: Brown

As its name suggests, the Rhode Island Red hails from Rhode Island and is even designated as the state bird. This heritage chicken breed is renowned for its popularity in brown egg production and is a favorite among backyard chicken keepers. 

Rhode Island Red chicks are highly adaptable. And you can raise them naturally or specifically for egg-laying purposes. Valued for their exceptional hardiness and reliable egg-laying capabilities, these birds are a staple in many backyard flocks. 

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